Summer Road Trips in Delaware
Routes
21
Avg Distance
84 mi
Avg Drive
1h 50m
Destinations
17
Delaware's summer drives offer a mostly flat landscape with an average of 83.9 miles and 2.4 hours, perfect for exploring its coastal and inland areas. With 21 routes to choose from, drivers can expect drives with an average score of 8, reaching up to 240 feet in elevation. For those with EVs, charging is readily available on many routes, with some offering excellent coverage and up to 24 DC fast chargers.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.49/gal
Diesel: $5.35/gal
Typical trip cost
$9–$19
One-way, ~84 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~29 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01
Climate through the year: Delaware
Delaware peaks at around 87°F in Jul and cools to 41°F / 26°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.7 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41 | 26 | 3.2 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 44 | 27 | 2.8 | 7.8 |
| Mar | 53 | 34 | 4.2 | 3.1 |
| Apr | 64 | 44 | 3.5 | 0.1 |
| May | 74 | 53 | 3.6 | — |
| Jun peak | 82 | 63 | 4.7 | — |
| Jul peak | 87 | 68 | 4.4 | — |
| Aug peak | 85 | 67 | 4 | — |
| Sep | 79 | 59 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct | 67 | 47 | 3.7 | — |
| Nov | 56 | 37 | 3.1 | 0.2 |
| Dec | 46 | 30 | 3.9 | 2.9 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for DE — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Ocean View, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
This route scores an 8 and features mostly flat terrain, topping out at 99 feet. It’s a solid choice for a summer cruise with park access along the way.
Editor's pick
Bethany Beach, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
Boasting excellent EV coverage and 24 DC fast chargers, this 102.7-mile drive scores an 8. It traverses mostly flat terrain, reaching a maximum elevation of 99 feet, and includes park access.
Editor's pick
Selbyville, DE → Pike Creek Valley, DE
Through: Baltimore
With a drive score of 8, this trip reaches an elevation of 240 feet across its mostly flat terrain. It offers park access and is a good option for exploring Delaware's summer scenery.
Ocean View, DE → Newark, DE
Elsmere, DE → Frankford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Georgetown
Ocean View, DE → New Castle, DE
Through: New Jersey → New York
Claymont, DE → Seaford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Salisbury +1 more
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Rehoboth Beach, DE
Seaford, DE → Bellefonte, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia
Delmar, DE → Bear, DE
Through: Wilmington
Seaford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia +2 more
Bellefonte, DE → Georgetown, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Seaford, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore
Georgetown, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Baltimore
Milford, DE → Claymont, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → Edgemoor Industrial Park
Bellefonte, DE → Milford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Milford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Elsmere, DE → Harrington, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Elsmere, DE → Felton, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Dover, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Newark, DE → Wyoming, DE
Through: Beaches → Salisbury → Norfolk